Zontes 310M Scooter - Review
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2 жыл бұрынAfter being blown away by this scooter in Athens I finally get a chance to take a close look at the Zontes 310M scooter and do a proper review on it. Yes it is a parts bin special with a lot of parts taken from the Zontes X310 and disguised as a scooter but these parts sure do work to make a really awesome scooter. Very light and compact and deceivingly powerful this is a true scooter HOT-ROD. It may not look like it but through city traffic it can easily put to shame much bigger and powerful bikes.
Zontes 310M through Athens: • Drove 1200km to ride t...
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@MarB1313 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review! In a month I get my Category A license and I can't wait to buy my Zontes M310, when I started school I wanted a motorcycle, but I understood the advantages of a scooter: 1. It has a windshield and it is also electrically adjustable, 2. It has space for an entire helmet, so I don't have to carry the helmet after me, 3. It doesn't have the chain exposed, so it doesn't require maintenance, 4. I don't have to change gears, being a beginner, it's a little hard for me to think about what gear I need to be in. So a scooter has many pluses compared to a motorcycle
@Mark-ev6ls 2 жыл бұрын
Completely true. I went from motor to scooter. You can compare it to the Yamaha xmax300, but about 1500€ cheaper. The only advantage of the Yam is the underseat storage; which can hold 2helmets and more small things. Both practical in city, economical to run and rather good wind and weather protection. I hope still the VOGE SR4 scooter will come to Europe soon as anounced? Excellent review, keep on going and safe rides😉
@Gremlinsro Жыл бұрын
Salut , ai cumparat scuterul ? Eu ma chinui de 2 ani sa imi cumpar unul .. prima data "2021" probleme cu banii acum"2022" am avut mana rupta ... dar sper ca in 2 spatamani sa imi cumpar Cruisym-ul sau Zontez ... As vrea sa vad zontesul pe drum spre munte insa nu prea sunt asemenea review-uri' ... Daca l-ai cumparat ce parere ai ca incepator ?
@MarB1313 Жыл бұрын
@@Gremlinsro Salut! Nu l-am cumpărat, pe 17 August dau examenul de poligon și traseu și apoi o să-l cumpăr sau o Daytona, am fost să scuterul și mi-a plăcut mai mult Daytona Rockstar 500
@LuciTulcea Жыл бұрын
@@MarB1313 Mamă da' tare fain arată Rockstar-ul! Acu' m-asteaptă alte ore de vizionat și citit despre acest model despre care acum am aflat.
@fatallerror6059 2 жыл бұрын
Great work as always ! I saw some unboxing on youtube of this one and there has an top case included, this one has it or that was some bundle ?
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
Might have been some sort of bundle, I unpacked this one myself and prepped it but it didn't have any top case in the box.
@bebonote Жыл бұрын
Thank you really so much very nice review
@johnthijs7675 8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the review 👍
@RideWithAlex 8 ай бұрын
My pleasure.
@jongreen3027 Жыл бұрын
great review alex i must get a test ride
@RideWithAlex Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Redmenace96 9 ай бұрын
Excellent review! Good details. The test ride can be shorter, people want an up close look. How do you feel about keyless ignition? The BT (I think) key fob? I am wary of this technology from a Ch. company. Where do I get a new one? What happens if the unit dies (not battery)? My scooter becomes a statue in the front yard? Do they have a physical key back-up?
@RideWithAlex 9 ай бұрын
They don't have a physical back-up key but it's been pretty reliable. Plus with 200 euro you can change the entire unit out with both keys. And if the battery runs out on the key fob you hold it next to a part of the scooter where the antenna is and it reads it's NFC chip and unlocks and you can start it. It's all in the user manual.
@kajnatok 2 жыл бұрын
Genial scuterul. Azi am aflat de el. Stiu pe ce sa sparg banii la anul :P Multumesc Alex pentru inca un review asa cum trebuie !
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
Multumesc :D
@uap2001 2 жыл бұрын
Nice review, Alex! If you look at the scooter as a fun machine, how would you compare this Zontes to the Maxym 400i which you enjoyed a lot when you test drove it for the first time?
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
As a fun machine this is better because it's smaller and a lot lighter, about 70kg lighter, and that makes it feel like the thumbnail says like a Hot Rod. A small light scooter with a way overpowered engine equals fun :))
@clangerbasher 2 жыл бұрын
It's already a classic in the making. I can see it making such an impact that some big names are going to have to release a model to compete with it.
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
At the price point with the tech and the power it has currently it has no competition.
@clangerbasher 2 жыл бұрын
@@RideWithAlex I found it interesting that you as a very experienced rider saw it as a potential handful if not respected. Though I expect a month or three in the saddle would see somebody such as yourself smooth off those edges.
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
@@clangerbasher yeah you get used to it, the thing that catches you off guard is the smoothness of the acceleration and you don't realize how fast you gain speed.
@clangerbasher 2 жыл бұрын
@@RideWithAlex It dials the human out. There are reasons why drag car and bikes are autos! 😃
@mpixlas4 2 жыл бұрын
Great presentation thank you. Do you know how reliable the scooter is and the brand in general? I've heard that many parts are cheap and may need replacements soon after purchace.
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
For the scooter it's to early to say, no experience with them yet, but the 300cc motorcycles have been solid units.
@iulianciocan5672 8 ай бұрын
HOLY CRAP !!! how did i miss this ?!?!!?!?!?
@HyperBrain123 2 жыл бұрын
hey alex just found your channel wanna ask about the st ( the one that has two 16 inch wheels because that is what selling here ) is it good for a 160 cm rider or no and also the zontes and which has a better seat for short people and thanks !
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
It's a bit hard to say depends how comfortable you are with not flatfooting a bike, at 160cm the only bike you might be able to flat foot is the V310. In the smaller cc class the zontes U or the U1 have the lowest seat heights. In terms of the symphony ST you will have to try it, it's a light scooter and the weight is down low so it's easy to keep up right but it does have a pretty tall seat. You have to try them out in a dealership and see how comfortable you are with them.
@HyperBrain123 2 жыл бұрын
@@RideWithAlex do you think the st or sr gonna be hard for short drivers or is it just by time your gonna get used to it
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
@@HyperBrain123 with time you get used to anything, might be a bit difficult in the beginning but it's easier with a scooter with a flat floor then a motorcycle because you can move forward on the seat and reach the ground. Try to sit on one and see how you feel.
@stevied6286 7 ай бұрын
It's a great scooter for an experienced rider.the 33hp with the low weight makes it excellent power to weight. I must get a test ride..I don't ride in cities at all..twisty country roads and faster B roads for me..a better looking screen would be nice!! Great review.i will subscribe to your excellent reviews
@RideWithAlex 7 ай бұрын
Thank you and yes give it a try, it's addictive how quick it is especially on tight roads.
@jimmysublime8271 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I own this scooter for 4 weeks. It is great scooter, but one information is not correct. Weight 168 kgs is weight of Asia version. EU version weight is 188 kgs wet. When I got technical certificate and noticed weight 188 kgs, I complained to importer, that this must be typo error, but no, it is correct. I also took scooter to weight device and with half full tank weight was 180 kgs. So it was a bit disappointment, but the center of gravity is so low, that you don't feel that weight in motion or on place. So far I was driving on this scooter only 850 km (it was often cold and rain), so I'm in front of the first service. I did not try full potencial yet (until 1000 km you should not drive above 4700 rev per minute), but I can feel it is strong scooter.
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
Tbh I went with the specs I had, I am surprised about the 188kg it really doesn't feel that heavy, if I were to guess the weight I would say it was 150-160kg
@goranmajnaric556 8 ай бұрын
What one would you choose zontes 310/350 or maxsym 400? Do they have simular pull [power]? One thing ive seen the diffrence is that Zonets have more narrow rare tire at 140 [10 less then most scuters] And that maxsym have 160 [ 10 more then regular] How do you comapre diffrence in that? And also which one you like more narrow or wide? Thank you for great reviews!
@RideWithAlex 8 ай бұрын
I don't feel any difference between 140 and 160 and the zontes is a smaller city scooter while the maxsym is more for touring. Depends what you want to do with it.
@mitchellnix5274 Жыл бұрын
An excellent review thank you. A really good package and good price compared to the Japanese machines.
@RideWithAlex Жыл бұрын
Thank you :)
@rolacook222 2 ай бұрын
Once again, excellent visual & rider review of a new product, (Zontes 310M), that we do not enjoy in the US, (unfortunately)? Best, Rola (Oregon / USA)
@RideWithAlex 2 ай бұрын
In the future Zontes should enter the US market at some point.
@raresvintea1 2 жыл бұрын
Alex where we can find it in RO? And one of the most important questions: price?
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
Sym/Daytona dealership in Bucharest, and in Romania the price is 4800 euro
@lamondaforestry 2 жыл бұрын
The handlebars at 07:25 are overwhelming. There are like 25 buttons there. I wish they kept things simple, but it's the same layout with all the zontes series, thus keeping the prices low and the models full of tech. Excellent review as always.
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
It's not that hard to remember to be honest, it seams overwhelming at first but you quickly get used to them.
@alextenzin9352 2 жыл бұрын
very nice but under sit is small but i hope i can try in paris,,,
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
Check your local dealer, at least maybe you get to see it in person.
@panik4920 2 жыл бұрын
Alex I have saw your ride with this scooter in Athens. I know Gorgolis company here in Greece. The one million dollars question is if this very nice, very powerful, very manoeuvrable, very high tech scooter is reliable. What about problems? I long time use has any Damages? It isReliable? Because it has a lot of electronics, the central unit the Brain unit of the scooter is Trusted ? In the long run, does it cause damages? its plastics creak? is it of good quality? I hope to understand my thoughts. Because it very important in long run to be honest and trustable. I have my fears because it is not a well-known company like a Honda ot Yamaha or even SYM and KYMCO. From your experience and from others people opinions that they owned this scooter and you have heard them, what is the conclusion?
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
About the reliability I can't say anything, it's the first year it's on sale both in Romania and in Greece. In Spain it has been on sail for about 1 year and I haven't heard anything bad 🤷🏻♂️
@alithorbs Жыл бұрын
Great review. Top marks for not swearing when you opened that throttle!
@RideWithAlex Жыл бұрын
Thank you :)
@gmcalifit8859 2 жыл бұрын
it will be for sale in romania? to bad it doesnt have traction control.. have a lot of power
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
It's is for sale in Romania, you can buy it now
@ALEX_HARI_VLOG 2 жыл бұрын
Wow
@tasostsionas1515 2 жыл бұрын
Zontes 310M or aprilia sr gt 200?
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
It's not even a competition, the Zontes has lot more equipment and double the horse power.
@lotusds 2 жыл бұрын
@@RideWithAlex True. But Aprilia is so beautiful... like all Italians, LOL! La piu bella dei tutti tempi... :)) Și ghidonul acela retras e super confortabil la Aprilia.
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
@@lotusds eu știu, dar parca 33 de cai au un efect 😂
@lotusds 2 жыл бұрын
@@RideWithAlex De-abia aștept un Cruisym 400!!!
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
@@lotusds sa vedem la toamna ce aduce Eicma, nu as baga mana în foc pt un cruisym de 400 dar nu poți sa știi niciodată.
@FusionTM_REDRUM Жыл бұрын
Already saw that Zontes upgraded this scooter to 350cc and there is also the 350D which is pretty much similar but with completely redesigned front. Not sure when those two are gonna be available in my country, but i think the 310m is perfectly fine. Yea sure, you get some extra horse power and torque, but i think this thing has already plenty as is and is heavily packed with lots of tech on it at a very low price. A greek KZfaqr actually didn't like the fact that zontes constantly keeps updating their models and making them better every 2-3 months, cause they lose their after sale value quickly. Cause why would someone buy something that is inferior to the newest model, at almost the same price?. I mean, he wasn't wrong and this is definitely a problem for people that don't keep a scooter for more than 3-4 years or so. But for people that just wanna buy something and stick to it, not caring for the newest thing in the market, i believe Zontes should be a great option. I'm actually eyeing the m310 right now, and the only thing that makes me somewhat hesitant is its engine reliability on the long term. Other than that, I really like this scooter. Even the plastics do seem quite sturdy and give you a premium feel.
@RideWithAlex Жыл бұрын
The 350 models I think are still a couple of months out. And about engine reliability they seem pretty strong.
@ionutsandulescu5655 Жыл бұрын
Ai reușit să mă speri cu puterea care spui că o arei.imi e teama să cumpăr așa ceva,mă mulțumesc cu un 125 Nu mai îndrăznesc să visez la o motocicleta de 600,daca un scuter de 300 e atât de violent
@RideWithAlex Жыл бұрын
Toate sunt violente daca deschiz gazul maxim, asta nu inseamna ca trebuie sa deschizi gazul maxim :)
@ionutsandulescu5655 Жыл бұрын
@@RideWithAlex și eu care vroiam zzr1400 in viitorul apropiat,dupa cum promovezi bestia ,mi e teama că o să declari (an iencleza),că un kawa h2 e pistol cu apa comparat cu acest monstru de 300cc😅 Îmi vând fazerul+gsxrul și il cumpăr pe asta,daca e așa fun la condus și veolent pe accelerare
@RideWithAlex Жыл бұрын
@@ionutsandulescu5655 evoluează treptat, sunt motorete care dacă dai blana ești pe o roata chiar dacă vrei sau nu. De aceea evoluția este treptata în lumea moto
@souhail25 11 ай бұрын
Do the Zontes 350e ❤
@RideWithAlex 11 ай бұрын
I haven't seen it yet.
@GR3G0 2 жыл бұрын
is it me or does it look like the xmax ?
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
I don't think that's a bad thing :D
@GR3G0 2 жыл бұрын
@@RideWithAlex i agree ! if only it had the same space under the seat....
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
@@GR3G0 you win some you lose some, but I still think it's a great package considering the price, and I wouldn't mind mounting a top case on the back for extra storage.
@cris412 Жыл бұрын
Maxi scooter should have a good cover from the wind and rain Zontes 310M is not like that, it also has little space under the seat. This scooter is too narrow to protect well, the narrow canopy and the windshield will not protect from the wind and it is sometimes cold in Europe.
@RideWithAlex Жыл бұрын
Considering it's the size of a 125cc scooter it's not trying to be a maxi scooter. And for it's size the stock wins protection is actually very good.
@cris412 Жыл бұрын
@@RideWithAlex I understand, and how is it defective or not? In Poland, they are already on sale 350 D, they are larger, but when I watch videos on youtube, it is also narrow and apparently it is a bigger scooter than 310 M
@RideWithAlex Жыл бұрын
@@cris412 if that's how they decided to make it then that's how it is 🤷🏻♂️
@jimw7916 5 ай бұрын
HOW is 175cm considered "short" ?
@pastorofmuppets9346 4 ай бұрын
Its below average for guys in the west these days
@jimw7916 4 ай бұрын
@@pastorofmuppets9346 the nephilum blood creeping back.
@alvaroguatura1093 Жыл бұрын
Ainda não está no nível da Yamaha Xmax
@bucharestbiketraffic 2 жыл бұрын
The SYM NTH 200 is a better option since you can take it offroad and is taller.
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
But, can it do a burnout?
@bucharestbiketraffic 2 жыл бұрын
@@RideWithAlex Yes. And also it can do burnin. U bet ur ass the Zontes can't do that.
@RideWithAlex 2 жыл бұрын
:))))
@TheEragoon 2 жыл бұрын
What about SYM NTH 300? i bet that's better
@ovidiu-gabrielserban4992 11 ай бұрын
3000km in 3 months, not even a hicup
@ovidiu-gabrielserban4992 8 ай бұрын
6000km in 5 months and still going strong
@vulture4034 8 ай бұрын
Do you own it my friend ?
@ovidiu-gabrielserban4992 8 ай бұрын
@@vulture4034 yes, its all mine
@AlexandrosPapadakis-zj9or 5 ай бұрын
The weight is 188 kg full liquid
@florjantrepca Жыл бұрын
To compare with Honda Forza no way
@RideWithAlex Жыл бұрын
It has more tech then the forza and it feels faster :)
@AMG19698 Жыл бұрын
Βest scooter ever!!!!!!!!
@expresull 10 ай бұрын
Problema .... nu stim cit este de fiabile la fel si cu scuterele sym . Motocicletele CFmoto nu sunt fiable , Kymco sunt foarte bune , Scuterele Italiene nu sunt fiabile , construite comblicat la motor ,un scuter bun Japonez chiar daca este putin mai scump.
@RideWithAlex 10 ай бұрын
La Sym exista istoric foarte mare considerand ca produc scutere din 1960. Da nu au istoric in Romania dar global, pana in anii 2000 honda contracta SYM sa le produca scuterele si motocicletele de capacitate mica. Vezi ca am un video pe canal cu istoria Sym.
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